2009 BMW 135 vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2009 BMW 135 and 2009 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 371 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 135 | Nitro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 280 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |